YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION Ranchi
Johannessen Building, Old H.B. Road, Ranchi - 834001, Jharkhand
Phone No.: 0651-2351720, Fax: 0651-2350471, Mob.: +91-(0)947033943
E-Mail: chonhaskujur@yahoo.com, gsymcaranchi@yahoo.com, admin@ymcaranchi.com
Website: www.ymcaranchi.com
The Urban Community Development Programme (UCDP) of the YMCA Ranchi aims to support people living in the urban slums of Ranchi to lead lives of dignity and self-determination. Through measures in the areas of educational support, health education, strengthening the role of young people and women, skill training and maintaining social harmony, we strive to minimise disadvantaged living conditions as far as possible in order to ensure equal opportunities for people from the economically weaker sections of society.
We can draw on experienced and motivated staff and the trust we have built up in the communities. At the same time, however, this type of work is only possible thanks to support and donations received from well-wishers in India and around the world.
A good start into a life of learning is essential to be able living a life in self-determination and dignity. The Preschools in our UCDP community centres help children to understand that learning can be fun and thus smoothens their transition into the formal education.
For many people in the communities, going to the doctor is something that is difficult and usually only happens when it is already too late. Awareness and prevention in health issues are of particular importance.
Our youth work activities in the urban slums of Ranchi empowers youth, promotes community engagement, and provides them with essential skills for a brighter and stronger communities.
Women in the urban slums of Ranchi face numerous challenges, including poverty and limited access to education. Their empowerment is essential for fostering economic independence, improving family well-being, and breaking the cycle of inequality, ultimately benefiting the entire community.
To foster a community where peace and harmony thrive. We believe that understanding one another is key, so we regularly organize community events and special observances to celebrate our diverse backgrounds. Together, let's create a welcoming environment where everyone can connect, communicate, and appreciate differences. Join us in building a brighter, united future!
Preschool Education (UCDP)
We believe that a good start into a life of learning is essential to be able living a life in selfdetermination and dignity. The Preschools in our UCDP community centres help children to understand that learning can be fun and thus smoothens their transition into the formal education. Every year, between 180 and 200 young children between 3 and 6 years of age visit our Preschools in the 6 centres on a daily basis. 12 dedicated teachers and 6 cooks from the local communities are directly involved with the kids.
Preschool
In our 6 community centres regular Preschools run from morning to afternoons for children between 3 and 6 years of age. Getting the kids ready for their formal education in a motivating, creative atmosphere.
Nutritious Food
We provide healthy snacks and midday meals to the kids in our Preschools serving them milk and snacks as well as rice and lentils with vegetables for lunch. The food is prepared freshly by members of the local communities.
Teacher's Refresher Workshop
We want our Preschool Teachers to be up-to-date and well prepared. Therefore we regularly conduct Teacher's Refresher Workshops with the help of external experts.
Community Health (UCDP)
In order to improve general living conditions, the topic of health is of particular importance. For many people in the communities, going to the doctor is something that is difficult and usually only happens when it is already too late. Awareness and prevention in health issues are of particular importance. Health services must be low-threshold and affordable. Besides the existing OPD services at our Health Care Center Islamnagar, our Community Health Work under UCDP includes Free Health Check-Up Camps in the different centres, awareness programmes and house visits conducted by our dedicated Community Health Care Workers.
House Visits
Our Community Health Care Workers strive through the neighbourhoods and do house visits. In direct talks with the families they spread awareness, give direct health tips and respond specifically to the respective circumstances. Often they become the link between patient and clinic.
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Health Camps
We regularly conduct free General Health Check-Up Camps in the UCDP Community Centres with teams of health care experts from different hospitals cooperating.
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Health Awareness
We spread awareness to community members on important health issues. Recently we conducted a series of Workshops on the topic of 'Drug-Free Society' and also provided basic medical knowledge through 'Health Multiplier Trainings'.
Youth Work (UCDP)
Growing up and finding your own ways is an intense but also difficult time. Youths need to concentrate on their studies and at the same time want to pursue hobbies, meet with friends and make experiences on their own. Helping them to find their ways, our social workers assist in various ways.
Tuition Classes
For students of all age groups we offer regular afternoon tuition classes in all of the six community centres. With the help of the local tuition teachers students can get their doubts cleared and have time & place to do their homeworks. A mini-library facilitates self-study.
Sports Tournaments
As per the interest of the youth members we offer sports activities and conduct inter-community centre tournaments in cricket and football. Other sports & fun games a highlight for the youths in the annual YMCA Day celebrations.
Awareness & Guidance
In different formats we try to spread awareness among the youths to find their place in society while growing up. Career Guidance Programs, but also lots of fun activities are regularly being organised.
Women Empowerment (UCDP)
Women in the urban slums of Ranchi face numerous challenges, including poverty and limited access to education. Their empowerment is essential for fostering economic independence, improving family well-being, and breaking the cycle of inequality, ultimately benefiting the entire community.
Tailoring Classes
For many years there is a high demand among women of all ages in our community centres to learn the ABC of Tailoring. Our dedicated and experienced trainers equip them with knowledge and skills and which enables many women for an additional income.
Getting Together
In many ways we honor and emphasize the important role women are having in a functioning society. We give them a platform to come together, share their experiences, learn together and mor
Self-Help Group
We are planning to start Self-Help-Groups (SHGs) among the interested women in our community centres. Besides enabling them for savings and microfinance schemes, the idea is to promote entrepreneurship among the women and help them with market-linkage for their products.
Peace & Harmony (UCDP)
Promoting communal peace and harmony in the urban slums of Ranchi is essential for fostering understanding, reducing conflicts, and enhancing quality of life. Engaging activities can empower residents, build relationships, and create a supportive environment that encourages collaboration and resilience.
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Day Observations
To foster a common sense of unity among the communities we work with we regularly organize programmes and events on different occasions were the people come together as one.
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Interfaith Dialogue
The members of our community belong to different religions and follow different traditions and customs. This is a beautiful expression of India's diversity. Despite all our differences, we try to emphasise the things that unite us and celebrate the message that all our religions have in common – peace and harmony in society.
Beneficiary Involvement
Community representatives from the different locations of the project are involved in our activity planning and management. We regularly invite them for common meetings to get their feedback and ideas.